Holding Space: A Foster Care Series on Grief and Healing Part 1

From Career to Calling: Building a Business with Purpose

FROM CAREER TO CALLING: ALIGNING FAITH AND BUSINESS WITH DALE YOUNG In this episode of All Things Foster, Matt sits down with Dale Young, a Christian business coach, author, and former IT professional who spent nearly five decades in the technology industry before stepping fully into his God-given calling. Dale shares his journey from a successful career in IT to helping Christian entrepreneurs align their businesses with their faith. Through personal stories of transformation, loss, growth, and redemption, he explains why understanding your identity, gifts, and calling is essential to building a business that creates lasting impact. The conversation explores the difference between simply having a career and living out a calling, how faith should influence every area of life—including business—and what it means to leave a legacy that truly matters. ---------------------------------------- IN THIS EPISODE * Dale's transition from a 48-year IT career into Christian business coaching * The life-changing moment that made him realize he wanted more than just a job * Why faith and business should not exist in separate worlds * Common mistakes Christian entrepreneurs make * Understanding your God-given gifts and strengths * The importance of identity and community in discovering your purpose * How to uncover your calling and "why" * The difference between an inheritance and a legacy * Building a business that creates impact for future generations ---------------------------------------- RESOURCES MENTIONED DALE YOUNG * Website: coachdale.com [http://coachdale.com] * Free Spiritual Gifts Assessment available on his website BOOK The Power of Aligning Your Faith in Business A proven way to create clear direction, fulfilling results, and joyful peace. Available on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Power-Aligning-Your-Faith-Business/dp/B0GV829964/ref=sr_1_1?crid=131VMEE3R91NP&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QfOek6sEycElOCxy19UPijm5IF8mQWuJFblSF_wMQ_TWuTyKuxfVWp7T2sFJ_9u6x4pQHkqhyWxXpb8qzlwdrfbY-K4sQxEKTd6SskxxGqWfYFp-EVAg_Fk53KT38kqNyyjToh9z0bKE_qtMu_CpxUiVvisEuPshVAyEkGdFg7o2Evv-T_43W8cOp53yuoSdbNCCe3eALLt0_VPCXEKybpp2VeXuOh7HXsaW6CRREWg.DkDR76_T4SubkUzpAFfwmDzgj0dU0AzwDKoXO9kTfg0&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+power+of+aligning+your+faith+%26+business&nsdOptOutParam=true&qid=1781117252&sprefix=the+power+of+aligning+your+faith+%2Caps%2C196&sr=8-1]. ---------------------------------------- ABOUT DALE YOUNG Dale Young is a Christian business coach who helps entrepreneurs align their faith and business to create greater purpose, impact, and fulfillment. After spending 48 years in the IT industry, Dale transitioned into coaching and now equips Christian business owners to discover their God-given identity, strengths, and calling. ---------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ALL THINGS FOSTER If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from this conversation. All Things Foster is a place for coffee, connection, and community as we support foster and adoptive families and those who care about children and families in need. Panhandle Orphan Care Network [https://www.panhandleorphan.org/] #AllThingsFoster #ChristianEntrepreneur #FaithAndBusiness #DaleYoung #Leadership #Purpose #Calling #Legacy #BusinessCoach #ChristianLeadership #FosterCareCommunity

Beyond Band-Aids: Addressing the Root Cause of Allergies

In this episode, host Matt Darrah speaks with Christine Lauer as she shares her unconventional approach to identifying and resetting allergies and sensitivities, especially in children, using applied kinesiology and laser therapy. She discusses her personal journey, the science behind her methods, and practical tips for self-testing and improving health naturally. https://www.panhandleorphan.org/ [https://www.panhandleorphan.org/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 01:00 Christine's Personal Journey with Allergies 02:08 Understanding Applied Kinesiology for Allergy Testing 03:11 How Muscle Weakness Indicates Allergens 03:55 Laser Therapy to Reset Allergic Responses 05:14 Christine's Path to Unconventional Allergy Treatment 07:13 Self-Testing Techniques and Home Methods 08:47 The Impact of Diet and Environmental Factors 10:40 Personal Success Stories and Results 13:00 How to Learn Self-Testing and Manage Allergies 15:20 Common Dietary Triggers and Hidden Toxins 17:27 The Role of Food in Chronic Conditions 18:28 Closing Remarks and Resources resources https://www.noallergiesplease.com/selftest/ [https://www.noallergiesplease.com/selftest/] No Allergies Please - https://www.noallergiesplease.com/ [https://www.noallergiesplease.com/]

From Overwhelmed to Grounded: A simple tool for caregivers

In this insightful interview, host Matt Darrah interviews Vivianne Israel who shares practical self-care techniques rooted in neurobiology to help individuals manage stress, improve sleep, and enhance overall well-being, especially for caregivers and foster families. key topics * Self-care beyond 'me time' * Neurochemical triggers for relaxation * Practical techniques for stress reduction * Impact of stress on caregivers and foster families takeaways * True self-care is the foundation for effective caregiving. * A two-minute practice can shift you out of stress quickly. * Drop your shoulders to send a message of safety to your brain. * Practicing these techniques regularly makes them second nature. * Sleep and emotional regulation are deeply connected to neurobiology. guest name Vivianne Israel titles * The 2-Minute Self-Care Technique That Transforms Stress Management * Neurobiology Secrets for Better Sleep and Emotional Resilience Chapters 00:00Introduction to True Self-Care 03:00Understanding Stress and Self-Care Practices 05:45Implementing Quick Self-Care Techniques 08:40The Importance of Consistency in Self-Care 11:42Exploring Resources and Courses for Self-Care 14:44The Impact of Self-Care on Mental Health 17:41Conclusion and Call to Action https://www.panhandleorphan.org/ [https://www.panhandleorphan.org/] RESOURCES https://viviannewintersisrael.com/ [https://viviannewintersisrael.com/]

Holding Space: A Foster Care Series on Grief Part 4

This episode wraps up a series on grief in foster care and adoption, emphasizing hope, healing, and the importance of community support. Featuring insights from professionals and adoptive parents, it explores how to navigate grief, avoid burnout, and find hope in challenging circumstances. key topics * The impact of grief in foster care and adoption * Strategies to avoid compassion fatigue and burnout * The importance of community and support networks * Hope and healing through intentional self-care * Language and perceptions around adoptive families Guests: Laura Bounds, Amanda Rogers, Diane Ridgway https://www.panhandleorphan.org/ [https://www.panhandleorphan.org/] Episode Sponsor: https://kindredconstruct.com/ [https://kindredconstruct.com/] Bracken Hochstein 806-341-6205 Chapters 00:00Introduction to Grief in Foster Care 01:27Introduction to Grief in Foster Care 04:31Understanding Avoided Grief 07:10The Importance of Emotional Health 09:41Navigating Grief and Loss 12:23The Impact of Community Support 15:11The Complexity of Foster Parent Guilt 18:08Finding Hope in Difficult Times 25:57Navigating Grief and Hope in Parenting 36:05The Impact of Love and Healing on Families 40:44Self-Care and Community Support in Difficult Times 46:17The Call to Foster Care and Its Rewards RESOURCES * Codependent No More by Melody Beattie [https://www.amazon.com/Codependent-No-More-Workbook-Workbook/dp/0894864025] * ProQOL Compassion Fatigue Scale [https://proqol.org/proqol-health-measure] * PANS and PANDAS information [https://www.pandasnetwork.org/] GUEST LINKS * Laura Bounds - Cal Farley's [https://calfarleys.org/] * Amanda Rogers - Cal Farley's [https://calfarleys.org/] * Diane Ridgway - Amarillo Children's Home [https://amarillochildrenshome.org/]

Holding Space: A Foster Care Series on Grief and Healing Part 3

Host Matt Darrah is joined by Laura Bownds for the third episode of this four part series. We are also joined by Amanda Rodgers and Dianne Ridgeway. We continue to explore the theme of grief in the context of foster care and adoption. We delve into the experiences of grief from various perspectives, including foster parents, adoptive parents, and professionals working in the field. The episode emphasizes the importance of maintaining connections with biological families and the role of support and community in navigating grief. We also disucss the profound experience of grief in the context of foster care and adoption, highlighting the challenges faced by parents and children. It emphasizes the importance of support and community in navigating the complexities of grief in these situations. Takeaways * Grief in foster care and adoption * Maintaining connections with biological families Grief in foster care and adoption * Support and community are crucial Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Disclaimer * 05:07 Understanding Grief in Foster Care and Adoption * 19:38 Grief and Loss in Transitional Living and Graduation panhandleorphan.org [http://panhandleorphan.org] Episode Sponsor: https://thestretchingplace.com/ [https://thestretchingplace.com/] (806) 646-5880 [https://www.google.com/search?q=thestretchingplace&oq=thestretchingplace&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIPCAEQLhgNGK8BGMcBGIAEMggIAhAAGA0YHjIICAMQABgNGB4yDQgEEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyDQgFEAAYhgMYgAQYigUyCggGEAAYgAQYogQyCggHEAAYogQYiQUyBwgIEAAY7wXSAQg0NDI2ajBqN6gCALACAA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#]